Chief of Party, Egypt Osra Family Planning

Job Description

Chief of PartyUSAID Osra Family Planning ActivityLOCATION: Cairo, Egypt FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology ? creating a unique mix of capabilities to address todays interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party.Description:FHI 360 is seeking applications for a Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID Osra Family Planning Activity.,USAID Osra project will provide comprehensive approach to voluntary FP/RH, integrating other health technical areas such as MNCH, immunization, nutrition, and WASH with FP/RH interventions to increase impact. Scaling up promising FP/RH local practices and private sector engagement to expand industry?s role in quality service delivery while exploring innovative digital health opportunities to improve Egyptian?s access to quality FP/RH services and strengthening key health systems in data management and human resources for health (HRH) to build thecapacity of health care professionals.The COP will provide leadership, managerial and technical support throughout the implementation of the project and will be responsible for the administration, program management, performance monitoring and technical implementation and oversight of all program activities. The COP will serve as the principal institutional liaison to USAID and USG and is expected to have regular communication with the Agreement Officer?s Representative. The COP is responsible for ensuring compliance with FHI 360 policies and procedures and USG rules and regulations. The COP is responsible for ensuring sub-awardee compliance and monitoring quality of program implementation. The position will be based in Cairo, Egypt. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.Job Summary/Responsibilities:

• Provide overall management, strategic direction, and technical leadership to the project to achieve expected project results within budget and timeframe.
• Responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and management of the project as well as the achievement of the goals and objectives of the project in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Serve as principal liaison to USAID and the Government of Egypt and ensure high level of coordination and nurture relationships with all key stakeholders including partner organizations/at national and sub-national level, on administrative, financial and programmatic matters related to the project.
• Liaise with USG partners and other donors and implementing agencies to ensure coordination of and synergy with other USG activities.
• Oversee report preparation and submission to meet USAID and corporate reporting requirements to document program performance and monitor overall award compliance.
• Lead preparation of annual work-plans, project activity updates, and other project-related communication and reporting materials.
• Oversee a team of senior technical, program and finance staff and ensure clear roles and responsibilities and lines of communication are maintained amongst the team members.
• Supervising all project staff, including ensuring that field staff regularly prepare and update performance data.
• Represent the project at regional, national and international forums, including technical conferences, policy briefings, etc.
• Ensure timely, high-quality, and complete submission of work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and any other reports required by USAID.
• Oversee management systems for the cost-effective implementation of all project activities
• Develop suitable scopes of work for the engagement and execution of technical assistance sub awards/contracts as needed.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties.This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a?competitive benefits package, professional development?and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others ? and yourself.

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